Friday, May 24, 2013

TTLA - Closing Keynote

David Hill - Advocate for men and boys to read. Huge mana and purpose behind his beliefs that all men and boys should hold close and pursue. Read, Read allowed, Read to others, Read to change your life.

 

 

TTLA - Reading Association

Introduction from Rex Morris. Early start for a dedicated bunch.

Wayne Mills - Very inspirational and up to date with modern teaching, learning styles. What we should be doing with Reading, Spelling.

This is his MUST have book list. Use iBooks to download eBook copies.

Links to TSM - Teacher Support Material

Writing Years 1-8

http://literacyonline.tki.org.nz/Literacy-Online/Teacher-needs/Writing-hub/Teaching-writing-in-years-1-8

http://literacyonline.tki.org.nz/Literacy-Online/Teacher-needs/Writing-hub

Reading Journals

http://literacyonline.tki.org.nz/Literacy-Online/Teacher-needs/Instructional-Series/School-Journal

 

Rilee Girl - Mouse

Rilee was proud to show off her mouse model in class the other day. It was used at our local Intermediate for their pantomime production of Cinderella.

 

 

Sunday, May 12, 2013

School Sports Shirt - Do you have yours ?!?!?!

 

Literacy Advisor

What characteristics do I as a teacher have that make me an effective literacy teacher ?

 

To what degree am I teaching with these characteristics ? To what degree are students learning based on my characteristics ?

 

How do you know/students know that it's a great piece of writing ?

 

Student's voice is our greatest indicator that we are effective teachers.